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12 Days Karnataka & Kerala Escape

12 Days As Per Itinerary
  • Hotel
  • Sightseeings
  • Vehicle
  • Guide
  • Monument

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Tour Overview :

Embark on a scenic 12-day journey blending the cool hill stations of Karnataka and Kerala with tranquil backwaters and ancient heritage. This tour offers an enchanting mix of nature, culture, and comfort. From the misty charm of Ooty and Kodaikanal to the green valleys of Munnar and serene Kumarakom houseboats, explore South India's finest. Ideal for couples, families, or leisure travelers, this tour balances relaxing moments with enriching sightseeing experiences.

Tour Highlights :

  • Visit the serene hill stations of Ooty, Coonoor, and Kodaikanal
  • Explore the sacred Jain site at Sravanabelgola
  • Discover lush tea gardens and waterfalls of Munnar
  • Enjoy wildlife and spice plantations at Periyar
  • Experience an overnight backwater cruise in Kumarakom
  • Heritage walk and shopping at Cochin

Day Wise Itinerary

Coimbatore, known as the "Manchester of South India," is a major industrial city nestled near the Western Ghats. It offers a blend of temples, textile mills, and modern infrastructure with a gateway feel to nearby hill stations.

  • Arrival at Coimbatore Airport/Railway Station
  • Drive to Ooty (Approx. 3.5 hrs)
  • Check-in at hotel and relax
  • Evening free for leisure or walk around Ooty lake

Ooty, often called the "Queen of Hill Stations," boasts cool weather, tea gardens, pine forests, and colonial charm. It's a perfect blend of nature and nostalgia with beautiful lakes, gardens, and the scenic Nilgiri Mountain Railway.

  • After breakfast visit
  • Ooty Botanical Gardens, Ooty Lake
  • Explore Rose Garden and Doddabetta Peak
  • Optional Toy Train ride (subject to availability)
  • Overnight stay in Ooty

Coonoor is a quieter, greener cousin of Ooty with stunning tea estates, valleys, and colonial-era architecture. It is famous for Sim's Park, Lamb's Rock, and Nilgiri tea—a peaceful escape with breathtaking views.

  • After breakfast
  • Excursion to Coonoor via scenic drive or toy train
  • Visit Sim's Park, Dolphin’s Nose, and Lamb’s Rock
  • Tea factory visit
  • Return to Ooty by evening

Sravanabelgola is a revered Jain pilgrimage site, home to the world’s tallest monolithic statue of Lord Bahubali. Surrounded by hills and steeped in spirituality, it draws pilgrims and tourists alike with its calm ambiance and architectural grandeur.

  • After breakfast checkout from hotel
  • Drive to Hassan with en-route visit to Sravanabelgola
  • Visit Gomateshwara Bahubali statue
  • Proceed to Hassan and check-in at hotel
  • Overnight stay at Hassan

Kodaikanal, meaning “The Gift of the Forest,” is a misty hill station nestled in the Palani Hills. Known for its star-shaped lake, waterfalls, and lush greenery, it offers peaceful retreats and romantic backdrops.

  • After breakfast check-out from Hassan
  • Drive to Kodaikanal (Approx. 7 hrs)
  • Arrival and check-in at hotel
  • Evening at leisure

• After breakfast visit

Coaker’s Walk, Bryant Park, and Kodai Lake

Explore Pillar Rocks and Silver Cascade Falls

Boating at Kodai Lake (optional)

Overnight stay at Kodaikanal

Munnar is a picturesque hill town in Kerala, famous for tea plantations, waterfalls, and cool climate. Nestled among the Western Ghats, it’s an ideal escape into misty mountains, rich flora, and colonial charm.

• After Breakfast checkout from hotel

Depart Kodaikanal for Munnar (Approx. 5.5 hrs)

Scenic drive through lush plantations

Check-in at hotel and rest

Evening free for leisure

  • After breakfast visit
  • Eravikulam National Park (closed Feb-Mar for breeding)
  • Explore Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, and Kundala Lake
  • Tea Museum visit
  • Overnight stay at Munnar

Periyar is home to Kerala’s famous wildlife sanctuary and spice plantations. Known for boat rides on Periyar Lake and chances to spot elephants and deer, it’s a paradise for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike

  • After breakfast checkout from hotel
  • Drive to Thekkady/Periyar (Approx. 3.5 hrs)
  • Visit Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (optional boat ride)
  • Explore local spice plantations
  • Overnight stay at Periyar

Kumarakom is a serene backwater village on the banks of Vembanad Lake, known for houseboats, bird sanctuary, and slow-paced life. It offers a perfect blend of nature, culture, and peace amid coconut groves and paddy fields.

  • After breakfast checkout from hotel
  • Depart to Kumarakom (Approx. 3.5 hrs)
  • Check-in at hotel or houseboat (as preferred)
  • Evening at leisure by the lake
  • After breakfast check in to your Houseboat
  • Enjoy traditional houseboat day cruise or overnight cruise
  • All meals served onboard (if overnight cruise)
  • Experience backwater life, paddy fields, and coconut canals

Cochin, the Queen of the Arabian Sea, is a vibrant port city with colonial buildings, spice markets, and cultural blend. Known for Fort Kochi, Chinese fishing nets, and Kathakali shows, it’s a charming mix of old and new.

  • After breakfast checkout from houseboat
  • Transfer to Cochin (Approx. 1.5 hrs)
  • Half-day sightseeing (if time permits): Fort Kochi, Jewish Synagogue, Dutch Palace
  • Drop at Cochin Airport / Railway Station for departur

Important Travel Information

  • Duration: 12 Days / 11 Nights
  • Route: Coimbatore – Ooty – Hassan – Kodaikanal – Munnar – Periyar – Kumarakom – Cochin
  • Type: Family, Leisure, Romantic, Nature & Heritage
  • Mode of Transport: AC Car / Tempo Traveller / Coach as per group size
  • Entry Fees & Guides: Optional; can be arranged upon request
  • Accommodation: 3-star to 5-star hotels or heritage stays as per preference
  • Customization: Fully customizable as per guest’s interest and pace

Best Time to Visit

  • October to March: It is ideal for pleasant weather and sightseeing across hill stations and backwaters. Monsoons
  • June to Sept: Are lush and romantic but may include travel delays in hill regions.

Recommended Travel Tips

Tour Includes

  • Meet & Assist at arrival and departure points
  • Airport/Railway Station pick-up & drop
  • All transfers and sightseeing by AC private vehicle
  • Accommodation at selected hotels
  • Breakfast at all hotels
  • Houseboat with all meals in Kumarakom (as per guest preference)

Tour Excludes

  • Flight or train tickets
  • Entry fees to monuments/parks
  • Personal expenses (laundry, shopping, tips)
  • Camera/video charges
  • Lunch and dinners (except on houseboat)
  • Jeep/Boat/Elephant Safari or Guide Charges
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions

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